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Engine does not start p, P457, Engine does not start – Acura 2014 MDX - Owner's Manual User Manual

Page 458: Checking the engine

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Engine Does Not Start

Checking the Engine

If the engine does not start, check the starter.

Starter condition

Checklist

Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.

Check for a message on the MID.

If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears

2 If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 458

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Make sure the keyless access remote is in its operating range.

2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 141

Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.

If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all

2 Battery P. 426

If the interior lights come on normally

2 Fuses P. 469

The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly.

Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.

2 Starting the Engine P. 322

Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.

2 Immobilizer System P. 135

Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.

2 Fuel Gauge P. 97

Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.

2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 474

If the problem continues:

2 Emergency Towing P. 475

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Checking the Engine

If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.

2 Jump Starting P. 460

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